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Guidance on the registration of an independent fostering agency branch.
Research on how behavioural influences on fostering and adoption recruitment can be used to encourage the recruitment of quality foster carers and adopters.
Fostering in England statistics for the period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023.
Fostering in England statistics for the period 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021.
Research into the attitudes of potential adopters and foster carers.
We're seeking views on the current state of foster care in England and how to improve the prospects of children in care.
Statutory guidance for local authorities on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of privately fostered children.
Section 31 grant determination letter sent to the lead local authorities of regional cluster groups selected for funding through the investment in fostering reform.
Evaluation of Match Foster Care's performance in providing foster care placements as well as support for foster children and their families.
This report sets out our findings from a small research project that explored what contributes to good matching decisions for children in foster care.
You need to register to provide a fostering service in Wales.
This is a consultation on proposals for revisions to the inspection of independent fostering agencies.
Fostering in England statistics for the period 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024.
Forms for different types of foster carer to fill in to show that they provide the required standard of care.
Numbers and profile of foster carers and children in both local authority and independent services.
Explanation of terms used in Ofsted's official and national statistical releases.
Ofsted survey report following inspections of private fostering arrangements in 12 local authorities from 2012 to 2013.
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